Easy, hearty, and packed with flavor! This ground beef and sweet potato skillet is a 30-minute dinner the whole family will love. Made with black beans, bell pepper, and warm spices for a cozy, one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights!
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and chopped green pepper. Cook, stirring often, until the beef is browned and the veggies are softened—this should take about 5–7 minutes.
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 green bell pepper, ½ cup onion
Stir in the sweet potatoes, tomato sauce, broth, garlic, and spices. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 9–11 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
1 medium sweet potato, ½ cup beef broth, ¼ cup tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon salt
Pour in the drained and rinsed beans. Give it a good stir, cover again, and cook for another 2 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
1 can black beans
Tips for success
I usually get about 1 ½ cups from one medium sweet potato.
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Why do you include metric measurements?
While the U.S. still mostly uses cups and tablespoons, the rest of the world uses metric. I include both to make my recipes easier for everyone—no conversions needed! The metric amounts are calculated automatically and work great for everyday cooking. Since these recipes aren’t for baking (where exact weights really matter), a few grams one way or the other won’t hurt a thing.
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